Vongole Contadina (Steamed Clams With Prosciutto) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 lbs clams, fresh, washed and cleaned
3 ounces prosciutto, julienned, good quality
1 garlic clove, whole, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup white wine, dry
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Preparation

Saute prosciutto and garlic in oil and butter in a pot for 1 minute.
Add the white wine, wait 30 seconds than add the cream and bring to a boil.
Next, add the clams and cover the pot and steam for 5 - 6 minutes.
Please, discard any clams that do not open. They are bad.
Add the butter and parsley to the pot and mix together, season with parsley and black pepper.
Transfer the clams and prosciutto mixture to a serving bowl and enjoy.